FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

APPLICATION SYSTEM SOFTWARE

WHAT IS COMPUTER SOFTWARE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This software is distributed free on a trial basis with the understanding that the user may be required to pay for it later-such as a built in expiration date.
A
Spyware
B
Freeware
C
Shareware
D
Malware
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Shareware is commercial software that is distributed free to users, eventually either requiring or encouraging users to pay for the continued support of the software.

Detailed explanation-2: -Shareware is a software that is freely distributed to users on a trial basis.

Detailed explanation-3: -Shareware is software that is distributed free on a trial basis with the understanding that the user may need or want to pay for it later. Some software developers offer a shareware version of their program with a built-in expiration date (after 30 days, the user can no longer get access to the program).

Detailed explanation-4: -Freeware is copyrighted software that is available at no cost for unlimited usage. The developer retains all rights to the program and controls distribution. Users can sometimes purchase additional services or options.

Detailed explanation-5: -Shareware is a type of proprietary software that is initially shared by the owner for trial use at little or no cost. Often the software has limited functionality or incomplete documentation until the user sends payment to the software developer.

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